LESSON 1: Holistic Health and Health Dimension

Health involves the whole being of a person

and state of the environment where one lives.
A healthy person is someone who is physically
and mentally active and fit, has a positive
outlook in life, and can relate well with other
individuals

HEALTH DIMENSIONS

In 1948, the WHO has set the

parameters that overall good health
and wellness are interdependent on
five (5) health dimensions namely,
physical, intellectual, emotional, social,
and spiritual.
1.Physical Health Dimension
Physical health dimension refers to the state of the body
that includes its composition, function, maintenance, and
development. It consists of the following:
2.Physical activity and fitness
• Stay fit through exercise to increase immunity and endurance
levels of the body.
3.Nutrition
• Eat nutritious food to keep the body and mind energized.
• Avoid skipping meals or overeating.
• Drink at least 8 glasses of water to cleanse the body.
4.Environment
• Avoid addictive substances.
5.Medical care and follow-through
• Have regular medical checkups to help in arresting illness in
their early stages.
6.Sleep reduction
• Sleep at least for 7 uninterrupted hours daily.
2. Mental/Intellectual Dimension
Mental/ Intellectual health dimension refer to the cognitive ability
of a person to improve the quality of his or her life. This is also includes
the ability to analyze, reason, create, and make rational decisions. It
consists
1. of the following:

Having a proactive attitude toward others and the environment.

2.Expressing emotions sincerely and appropriately and having a good
sense of humor.
3. Learning through life experiences and thinking critically and creatively.
4. Coping with stress in a healthy manner.
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3. Emotional Dimension
Emotional health dimension refers to the ability of a person to
accept his or her own feelings and that of others. One’s emotion
affects other dimensions of health and even that decision-making.
Awareness and recognition of the signs and symptoms of
emotional problem help one attain emotional health. The following
can help attain emotional health:
2.Recognition and acceptance of one’s strength and weaknesses.
3.Management of stress and seeking help, if needed.
4.Building strong support group establishing close ties with the
family, peer, and community.
4. Social Dimension
Social health dimension refers to one’s ability to relate
with, build and maintain harmonious relationship with his or
her family, community. Being socially accepted boosts one’s
self-image and well-being. It consists of the following:
1.Sense of belongingness and healthy relationships with
others including family, friends, and environment.
2.Socio-economic factors.
3.Laws and cultural practice and technology.
4.Weather and climate, pollution, quality of food, drinking
water, and air.
5. Moral-Spiritual Dimension
Moral-spiritual health dimension refers to one’s faith, beliefs,
and values. Being morally and spiritually healthy seeks for the
meaning and purpose of life. It is about looking within oneself and
deeply understanding one’s existence and faith. It consist of the
following:
1.A belief in a higher power that give purpose or meaning to life.
2.A sense of meaning and purpose in life and a desire to
contribute to society.
3.A belief that humans are all interconnected and interrelated.
 Changes in the Health Dimension during Puberty
Puberty is a period of human development in which adolescents experience dramatic
physical growth and development. These are the manifested through the development of
the secondary sex characteristics and the capability for sexual reproduction. Puberty is a
period of stress both physically and emotionally. As adolescents experience physical
transformation, they can also be affected psychologically and emotionally.

Physical
The physical changes occur due to hormonal changes. In females, breast development is the
main sign followed by menarche (first menstrual period), the ovaries’ increase of production
of estrogen, increase in height, broadening of the hips, clear/whitish vaginal secretion, and
pubic and armpit hair growth. In males, the most prominent changes are the enlargement of
penis and testes, increase in size of larynx and vocal chords that cause the deepening or
lowering of the voice, appearance of pubic hair, and attainment of height.
Mental/ Intellectual
A person challenges the way things are. This is
a part of their intellectual growth.
Emotional
A person explores new relationships and ideas
from friends and others.
Social
The adolescent start to identify herself/himself to a group. Having
friends means that they are accepted and they belong. They do
things to please others and be popular. For them, peer group
acceptance and being popular are primary concerns.
Moral-Spiritual
Adolescents consistently struggle between what they know they
should be doing and what they actually do. They struggle because
they want to be mature yet so often fail.
ACTIVITY 1
Direction: The boat is sinking group the different habits to its respective health
dimensions. Write your answer on the table below. Physical, Mental-
Intellectual ,Emotional, Social, Moral-Spiritual.

1.Studying Bible
2.Jogging around the park
3. Sharing jokes with friends
4. Listen to mood music
5. Having faith to Heavenly Creator
6. Finding friends from social media
7. Eating Balance Diet
8. Reading your favorite book
9.Joining support group discussion
10. Playing strategic online games
 Direction: Identify the health dimension that is being described below.
Write the letter of the correct answer on the line.

A B

1. It refers to the cognitive ability and skills to improve a. Emotional health

one’s quality of life.

2. It refers to the state of the body---its compositions, b. Mental health

function, maintenance and development.

3. It refers to the ability to build and maintain c. Moral-

harmonious and satisfying relationships. spiritual
health

4. It refers to one’s faith, beliefs, and value d. Physical health

_______5. It refers to the ability to accept and cope with e. Psychological health
one’s own feeling and that of others.
f. Social health